Hearing Loss Association of America- Rappahannock Club

01/16/2026

📣 Upcoming HLAA Rappahannock Meeting – Monday, January 26 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM @ the disAbility Resource Center (409 Progress St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401)

Join us for an in-depth and practical conversation about fall prevention, aging in place, and making our homes safer as we get older.

🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Our own Judy Lawrence, joined by Samantha Davis, Home Modification Program Manager at the disAbility Resource Center, will walk through Judy’s real-life experience applying for a HUD Older Adult Home Modification Program (OAHMP) grant.
They’ll cover eligibility, the application process, what the home assessment looks like, and the specific modifications being made in Judy’s home.

🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
We’ll be joined by Shunaka White, the Occupational Therapist who works with dRC’s OAHMP program. Shunaka will talk about what occupational therapy is, fall prevention, and practical strategies for aging safely and independently at home.

We know we’ve talked about dRC’s home modification grants before—but this meeting will be a much deeper dive, focused specifically on fall prevention and aging in place, with real examples and expert insight.

👉 This is a meeting you won’t want to miss. We hope to see you there!

12/22/2025

🎄 Happy Holidays from HLAA – Rappahannock! 🎄

We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season and finding time to rest and recharge. As we wrap up the year, we’re looking forward to our next HLAA meeting on Monday, December 29, from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM.

Our guest presenter will be the disAbility Resource Center’s own Seth Whitten, who will be talking about AI tools and how we can use them in our everyday lives. Seth will share what these tools are, where to find them, and some practical ways they can be helpful — while also making sure we talk honestly about their limitations and the importance of using them thoughtfully and with a healthy dose of skepticism.

📍 Location: disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg
📅 Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Can’t join us in person? you can join us via Zoom at the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/2ezpxnjc

We hope you’ll join us for this engaging end-of-year conversation (as always, 🍪 feel free to bring a snack or sweet treat to share!). Looking forward to seeing you there!

11/07/2025

🥧 Join us for our HLAA Thanksgiving Potluck! 🦃

Bring your best dish to share and celebrate the start of the holiday season with good food, friendship, and laughter. Let’s get off to a happy start this Thanksgiving!

📅 Monday, November 24
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 disAbility Resource Center
409 Progress St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401

👉 RSVP & let us know if you're able to join us and what you'd like to bring: drc@cildrc.org

10/09/2025

Join us for our meetings on the last Monday of each month!

🎧 Join the Hearing Loss Association of America- Rappahannock Club!

We meet on the last Monday of each month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

Each meeting features a presentation followed by a welcoming discussion group — a chance to connect, share experiences, and learn together! 💬

📍 Where: disAbility Resource Center
🗓️ When: Last Monday of each month, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

💻 Want to join via Zoom or learn more?
Contact:

Diann Drew, President
📞 540-373-5890
✉️ ddrew@cildrc.org

Judy Lawrence, Vice President
📞 540-842-5407
✉️ judyl7271@verizon.net

Accommodations are available with 10 business days’ notice.
Let’s come together to support one another and strengthen our hearing loss community! 💜

10/01/2025

🌟 Need Support Navigating Special Education or Disability Services? 🌟

The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) is here to help! 💬 Whether you’re wondering about IEPs, 504 plans, or just looking for resources, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

📍 Where: disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress St, Fredericksburg, VA
🗓️ When: First Thursday of the month – upcoming dates are October 2nd, November 6th, and December 4th
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

✅ Stop by during Community Office Hours to talk one-on-one with PEATC staff.
✅ No appointment needed – just drop in!
✅ A safe, supportive space for families to ask questions and get guidance.

📞 Questions before you come? Call or text Rhonda at 703-673-4344.

Want more info? Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit: 🌐 PEATC.org/Regional-Community-Office-Hours

Let’s work together to make sure every child has the tools and support they need to thrive. 💼📘✨

08/15/2025

Join us for our next HLAA meeting on August 25th to learn tips for getting around with FXBGO and other local transportation options!

🚍 Next Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Meeting – Don’t Miss This! 🚍

Join us on Monday, August 25th at 11:00 AM at the disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg as we welcome TaMara Banks, Transportation Operations & Training Manager with Healthy Generations Area Agency on Aging.

With nearly 25 years in the transportation industry and national certifications in travel training and transportation safety, TaMara is passionate about helping people connect with FXBGO (Fredericksburg Regional Transit) and other available transportation services.

She’ll share practical tips on how you can access public transit and explore transportation options in our region — whether you’re new to riding the bus, need a refresher, or just want to learn about what’s available.

📅 Date: Monday, August 25th
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: disAbility Resource Center, 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg

Come ready with your questions — and leave with the knowledge to get where you need to go with confidence!

06/16/2025

📣 HLAA Monthly Meeting – Monday, June 30 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the dRC 📣

Join us for this month’s Hearing Loss Association of America – Rappahannock Chapter meeting!

🌪️ Presentation 1:
Paula Shaver from the disAbility Resource Center (dRC) will present on emergency preparedness, with a focus on hurricanes, extreme weather, and what to do after the storm.

🏠 Presentation 2:
Samantha Davis, Home Modification Program Manager at dRC, will provide a brief overview of grant opportunities to help make your home safer and more accessible.

💻 Can't attend in person?
You’re welcome to join via Zoom! Message us or email ddrew@cildrc.org or judyl7271@verizon.net for the link.

We look forward to seeing you there! 👋

06/06/2025

🦻 Join the Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for a Virtual Presentation on Hearing Loss & Wellness! 🧠💬

Hearing loss affects many older adults, often impacting social interaction and even brain health. Knowing what resources are available can make a big difference in maintaining wellness and quality of life.

📅 Wednesday, June 11th
🕤 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
💻 On Zoom

This presentation, led by Brittany Howard, Technology Assistance Program Manager at the Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, will highlight tools and supports that can help.

👉 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87409372904?pwd=cHJ3V2ZKamFVMVZVVmkrRXdkOCtRdz09
Meeting ID: 874 0937 2904
Passcode: 777922

Please share with anyone who may benefit. Let us know if you have questions!

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05/15/2025

📣 Upcoming HLAA Meeting – Monday, May 19th! 🧠💬

Join us for our next Hearing Loss Association of America – Rappahannock Chapter meeting on Monday, May 19th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM!

This month, we’re thrilled to welcome Gina Mullins, Marketing & Client Services Manager with Home Instead Senior Care and lead trainer for Dementia Friendly Fauquier. Gina will be sharing valuable information on dementia friendly practices and how we can all help make our communities more inclusive for those living with dementia. She’ll also talk about the work Home Instead does to support older adults in maintaining their independence.

🧁 As always, feel free to bring a sweet treat to share—snacks always brighten our meetings!

📅 Note: This meeting is being held one week early due to the Memorial Day holiday.

We hope to see you there!

04/25/2025

📣 Join us for our April HLAA Meeting!

🗓 Monday, April 28 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

This month’s guest speaker is Lisa Mottesheard, Community Outreach Account Manager with CaptionCall by Sorenson. Lisa will be sharing valuable info about captioned phones, mobile captioning options, and troubleshooting common issues—all free resources for individuals with hearing loss. Bring your questions!

🍪 As always, snacks make everything better—feel free to bring a sweet treat to share!

📅 Heads up: Our May meeting will be held one week early on Monday, May 19 due to Memorial Day.

We hope to see you there!

03/28/2025

📣 Reminder! Our next HLAA Rappahannock Chapter meeting is this Monday, March 31st!

Join us from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg for an important conversation on fall prevention with guest speaker Paula Shaver from the disAbility Resource Center.

We’ll talk about why falls happen, how hearing loss can increase risk, and simple steps you can take to stay safe.

Can’t join in person? No problem—join us on Zoom (contact the disAbility Resource Center for the Zoom link).

Bring a friend—and a sweet treat to share if you’d like! 🍪
Hope to see you there!

03/21/2025

🦻💬 Join Us for Our Next HLAA Rappahannock Meeting!

📅 Monday, March 31st
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

We're diving into a topic that affects so many of us—Fall Prevention & Staying Independent. Did you know that hearing loss can increase your risk of falling? That’s why we’re welcoming Paula Shaver from the disAbility Resource Center to guide us through:

✅ Why falls happen and how hearing loss can play a role
✅ Easy, practical ways to reduce fall risk and improve balance
✅ Home safety tips that can make a big difference
✅ Tools and resources to help you stay independent longer

This will be an engaging, helpful session—and a great time to ask questions, share experiences, and connect with others who “get it.”

🍪 Bonus: If you’d like, feel free to bring a sweet treat to share with the group!

Bring a friend or family member—this info is helpful for everyone.
We hope to see you there! 💙